Andrew W. Czap

Private Andrew Czap was shot and killed by one of four robbery suspects as he and other officers approached their hideout in Tide. They had robbed the participants of a card game at a nearby residence. All four suspects were arrested.

The suspect who killed Private Czap was convicted of second degree murder and sentenced to 19 to 20 years in prison on June 24, 1918. All four suspects were convicted of robbery and sentenced to 9 to 10 years in prison.

Private Czap had been with the agency for nine months and was survived by his mother.

Bio

Age24

Tour9 months

BadgeNot available

Incident Details

CauseGunfire

WeaponHandgun; .38 caliber

OffenderSentenced to 19 to 20 years

Most Recent Reflection

Pvt. Czap,
On today, the 100th anniversary of your death I would just like to say thank you for your service and sacrifice for the citizens of the state of Pennsylvania. And to your Family and loved ones, I wish to extend my deepest sympathy.